The burial for a newborn girl found dead at an Auckland recycling plant almost four years ago will be held next month, police say.
The infant, who was named baby Anahera by the community, was discovered on August 16, 2021.
Detective inspector Scott Beard said extensive enquires over the years were unable to identify the mother, father, or wider family.
“We have worked with the coroner so that she can be laid to rest.
“Now she can be released, we will work through the arrangements for a community service for her.”
He said there were community plans for a service on August 16, which would mark four years since she was found.
Beard reiterated, no matter how much time has passed, police want to help resolve this for the baby and her family.
“It’s not too late for the baby’s mother or someone within her immediate circle of family or friends to come forward,” he said.
“We urge them and anyone else who might know what happened to do the right thing and talk to somebody, whether it’s Police or someone who can notify us on their behalf.”
Anyone with information was urged to contact police via 105 or anonymously via CrimeStoppers.
